Field Technician – HVAC, Electrical & Controls

OAKTREE CONSULTING; Penarth, High Street; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

OAKTREE CONSULTING is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to perform preventive maintenance and inspections across HVAC systems, chillers, pumps, and air handling units. You will diagnose faults in electrical panels, lighting, wiring, and emergency power systems, and respond to service requests and breakdowns.

The role requires diagnosing complex systems, adapting to tight schedules, and communicating effectively with customers while maintaining accurate records and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Diagnose and repair complex HVAC/electrical systems.
• Communicate effectively with customers.
• Strong analytical skills to identify issues and solutions.
• Able to adapt and work under tight schedule.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections on HVAC, chillers, pumps, fan coils, air handling units, and related controls.
• Inspect, test and troubleshoot electrical systems: distribution panels, lighting, wiring, circuit breakers, emergency power systems.
• Respond to service requests and emergency breakdowns; diagnose faults and implement corrective actions.
• Carry out routine mechanical works: pump seals, valves, lubrication, piping checks, minor fabrication.
• Execute safety checks for emergency systems (fire pumps, generators, emergency lighting) and coordinate with contractors for major repairs.
• Keep accurate maintenance records, parts usage, and prepare work reports.
• Follow permit-to-work, lockout/tagout and safe work procedures; maintain a clean, tidy work area.

Skills

Diagnose and repair

Customer communication

Analytical thinking

Work under tight schedule

Education

ITE Certificate in Mechatronic/Mechanical/Electrical & Electronics/Computer Engineering

Job description

OAKTREE CONSULTING is seeking a Maintenance Engineer to perform preventive maintenance and inspections across HVAC systems, chillers, pumps, and air handling units. You will diagnose faults in electrical panels, lighting, wiring, and emergency power systems, and respond to service requests and breakdowns.

The role requires diagnosing complex systems, adapting to tight schedules, and communicating effectively with customers while maintaining accurate records and safety procedures.